Kenyan Herders Turn to Fish and Camels Amid Severe Drought

Long reliant on cattle, Maasai and Samburu communities adapt to new livestock and farming practices to survive climate challenges.

Prolonged drought in Kenya has killed millions of livestock, devastating traditional herding communities.
Maasai pastoralists, traditionally reliant on cattle, are now exploring fish farming as an alternative livelihood.
Samburu herders are increasingly turning to camels, which are more resilient to dry conditions than cattle.
Local government initiatives are supporting these transitions, providing resources and training for fish and camel farming.
The shift aims to address food insecurity, malnutrition, and economic instability caused by climate change.